Training & Support
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, in-person training is temporarily unavailable. The health and safety of our employees, customers, and families is of the utmost importance and our company has decided to restrict all travel, until further notice. However, our web-based training offers a viable, high quality option that can be delivered and attended remotely. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and let you know when this policy changes.

Web-based Training
- For OnlineIPT and paper-based IPT
- Free, high quality, convenient, and cost-effective training
- Available seven days a week, 24 hours a day (Internet access required)
- Upon successful completion of the inservice, participants will:
- Be familiar with the test components used to administer the IPT–Oral and Reading & Writing Tests.
- Understand the areas assessed by the IPT–Oral and Reading & Writing Tests.
- Be able to administer and score the IPT–Oral and Reading & Writing Tests.
- Be able to interpret the test results for classroom placement and instruction and for parent-teacher conferences.

Onsite Training

Train-the-Trainer
Your Local Consultant

Whether you are a new customer seeking more information or a long time user with an important test question, your consultant will have the most up-to-date information about the IPT.
For first-time users or educators considering the IPT, Educational Consultants can provide guidance, testing advice, and a comprehensive IPT overview complete with sample test materials to help you understand the test.
Find your local consultant and call or e-mail for a one-on-one meeting:
- Locate your consultant
- Call Toll Free: 1-800-321-4332; e-mail: info@ballard-tighe.com
Ask a Question
Do you have questions or comments specifically concerning the IPT? Ask the Ballard & Tighe Help Desk. We'll respond within one business day. The Ballard & Tighe Help Desk answers questions pertaining to:- Test administration and procedures
- Specific test item/question within an IPT test
- General questions about the IPT